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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 03, 1937
Page
4
Fragmented weather data reports temperatures and wind directions with irregular notation. Key details mention maximum and minimum temperatures, barometer readings, and wind from the northwest. Specific figures are obscured by OCR errors, but the entry records a typical daily weather brief for Canberra.
Fragmentary text warns Masonic lodges and brethren to avoid ties with enemy countries and discredit from political influences. The readable portion hints at a cautionary note about loyalties and proper conduct within lodge affairs.
Mr Scullin issues a warning against unnecessary borrowing in London to fund defence via Treasury Bills. He favors London capital for development but argues defence should be financed from revenue, even at high tax levels. A loan would burden Australian interests during prosperity and adversity.
Sydney report from Government Analyst cites cause of death as poison after post mortem. Witnesses say the deceased was last seen carrying a brown paper parcel against his palm. He left a widow and three children. detectives note a reportedly happy life.
A fragmentary diary from a Swedish explorer aboard a balloon en route to the Pole sparks mystery. A sealord Gudrun found a stamped balloon marked Andres expedition 1896 with fifty words of a blurred report. earlier balloons were recovered at White Inland in 1030, adding to the intrigue.
A special meeting of the Tarrowluma Shire Council is scheduled at Quembayan on Thursday to elect a president following the death of Thomas J. Kelly. Officials expect a decisive selection and notify residents of the session.
In a heated session the House erupted as cries of Judas rang out while Mr Lyons answered a question from the Opposition Leader Curtin. He confirmed Victoria’s events would not affect the Commonwealth election date though no definite plan was given. The exchange touched on the Prime Minister’s announcements and possible dissolution timing with speculation the vote could occur late next week.
Thursday a deputation from the Sydney bookmakers waited on Mg Stevens to seek a reduction of the turnover tax from one per cent to a quarter of one per cent The Premier allegedly promised Cabinet action and deputies expect the measure to pass before the Spring meeting The deputation claimed most officers supported a reform showing the tax collected would not be affected by the change
A sudden government order in Paria requires removal of all gaming and slot machines within twenty four hours. Thousands of machines were seized from casinos and other sites, costing the public millions in losses and triggering widespread disruption.
Ottawa faces constitutional strain as the province of Alberta withholds advice to the Lieutenant Governor on proclaiming the Bank Act. Law officers warn the federal government may be unable to disallow the measure without the necessary Alberta guidance. The development signals a potential parliamentary clash and a test of federal authority.
Donmar's Court heard how an incision was made to restore animation in two women, with the heart massaged during attempts to revive them. Dorothy Margaret Wall died at the Man y Maapitalon on August 17. The coroner returned a verdict of death due to heart failure after a difficult operation and failed treatments.
The Newcastle Stock Exchange was opened with remarks by the Riiney Stock Exchange chairman. He urged rapid growth of Newcastle within the region and argued the exchange should develop into a significant, people driven institution for the city.
Capetown reports a strong wool outlook with claims Germany will buy wool valued at 3,200,000 in the near term. The forecast highlights robust trade potential and favorable market conditions for South African wool producers.
Eluina, Wednesday. The yield in Saskatchewan is estimated at 142,000,000 bushels, the lowest on record. This equals about 2.7 bushels per acre, signaling a notably poor harvest for the province.
The Auckland branch of the Amalgamated Society of Railway Servants calls for a boycott of Japan and allied goods until Japan withdraws from the current conflict. They urge allied societies to unite in action and resist aiding the “bloody bath” threatening Chinese and Japanese workers.
The Australian House debates election timing with Prime Minister Lyons resistant to naming a date. Defence prompts include calls for a National Economic Development Council and permanent forces in states. Opposition leaders clash, and discussions touch on naval and air defense, railway gauges, and resource development linked to security.
Reports from Warsaw indicate heavy casualties in recent riots. Prime Minister Blawojakiadkowai blames the Peasant Party for the bloodshed, stating 41 have been selected and 34 injured since the disturbance began that week.
A brief report notes Sidney Oxley was fatally struck today when a large wool lorry ran over him. Details are scarce but the incident occurred in town and involves a heavy vehicle. Authorities have opened an inquiry.
In Sydney, after a night in custody, jurors failed to reach a verdict in the murder case of Mary Cecilia Thomas charged with killing her husband William Thomas. Discussions noted that retrial could occur under a different judge, with Justice Stephen Tam favored if available, and a second trial tentatively set for the following Monday.
London, Wednesday. A deputation criticizes tour conditions citing need for medical examination of young players and a formal program to build virile race potential. They urge the Education and Health departments to arrange for specialist medical checks for seven year olds amid the New Zealand cricket tour discussions.
In Melbourne racing news Thuraing Talleing and Wotan were coupled for the two Cup today with twenty thousand pounds at stake. Favours Damalin remains the clear seat favourite for the Melbourne Cup as Bilger Standard pushes to the second position in a fast pace race.
MP Donald Cameron spoke to the staff cadets at the Royal Military College on a Wednesday evening. He discussed the surrender of remnants of the Turkish Army at Zia after the Palestine campaign, noting command details and figures of troops involved.
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